1969 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1979 Opel Ascona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,408 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Ascona (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 208 kg more than 1979 Opel Ascona.
Because 1969 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Opel Ascona (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat Campagnola | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Campagnola | Ascona |
Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |